entertain · v
entertain
B1 to keep a group of people interested or enjoying themselves
Dictionary examples:
The teacher tried to entertain the class by dancing, but everyone cringed. (0.0)
I tried to entertain my date by juggling eggs. It was a messy failure. (0.0)
My grandma entertains her friends by showing off her new false teeth tricks. (0.0)
Most children's television programs aim to educate and entertain at the same time. (38.6)
We hired a magician to entertain the children. (59.7)